O Scale Train Sets

O Scale Train Sets

Lionel train sets and MTH Trains sets are the most popular O Scale train starter sets. Both Lionel and MTH are compatible with each other,meaning either manufacture's cars will run eithers track system and the cars will couple together.

MTH's track system is called RealTrax™ and Lionel's new track system is called Fastrack™. Prior to the 90's, Lionel manufactured a tubular type track. This track was made in O scale and O27. Lionel no longer makes any starter sets with tubular track.

All Lionel train sets are now packed with Fastrack which is O gauge, and is equipped with 0-36 radius track. MTH train sets are also equipped with O gauge track, RealTrax, but MTH sets start with the 0-31 curves. Lionel engines and cars will run on MTH RealTrax track as long as the diameter matches the train minimum requirement. Additional curved track is sold seperately, so that you may change the radius.